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Government funding for Galway’s year as European City of Culture in 2020 - which will amount to half of overall financial cost of the events - is to be paid a year in advance.

Figures from COPE Galway’s Annual Report 2015 show an alarming rise in the number of people facing homelessness in Galway. One of the most striking features is the changing demographic of what was considered to be a ‘typical’ homeless person. Ann*, a well-spoken grandmother found herself in the shocking position of becoming homeless in her late 50s.

With the lifetime community rating (LCR) now in place, it is worth bearing in mind that not having private health insurance does not mean that you can not get access to top quality healthcare if you want. If you are willing to bear the full costs of treatment, then you can have all the top quality healthcare you want, when you want. It is just that many people could never afford it.

There’s a new shoe shop with a difference in Athlone. If you like to relax and take your time while shopping, then newly opened shop Take Your Time is a must visit!

Nationwide property group, Property Partners, has welcomed the Help to Buy scheme announced in Budget 2017, but has said that "an opportunity has been missed to address the perilously low supply of rental property which currently stands at only 3,500 units in a market that has a demand for a significantly higher number."

The Vodafone Comedy Carnival Galway kicks off on Tuesday the 25th of October and runs until Monday the 31st. Get to know the perfomers a little bit better with these:

Colleran's auction on Thursday October 13 will include properties in prime city centre locations which will appeal to both investors and first time buyers.

Aim to have at least four hours sleep at the same time every night/morning (eg, 3am to 7am). This seems to help keep your sleep clock regular.

Enterprise Ireland has announced a new €500,000 Competitive Start Fund (CSF) to support start-up activity in all sectors.

Colleran's next auction includes an attractive and affordable two bedroom property at No 5 Colmcille Road, Shantalla, Galway.